Olympus E-500

Pros: Excellent image quality.Excellent value with 2 lens kit.RAW, TIFF, and low compression SHQ format and selectable compression level for HQ and SQ.Mirror lock-up.CCD cleaning system.Good ergonomics.

Cons: A bit too heavy on power consumption in comparison to other dSLR cameras.Soft focus at the widest angle with the 14-45 mm lens.

Review summary: The E-500 is a budget Digital SLR featuring 8 Megapixel resolution and the unique Olympus anti-dust system which actually shakes foreign particles from the sensor filter, eliminating one of the big headaches for DSLR owners. The E-500 also makes use ...

Pros: Unique and effective anti-dust system Great value twin lens bundle Good resolution and overall image quality Detailed shooting information for a budget DSLR

Cons: Motorised manual focusing not very tactile View through viewfinder looks very narrow Screen doesn't turn off when you compose Lens selection not as broad as major rivals

Review summary: What do you get when you mix one part old school Japanese optics manufacturing, one part ugs 80s-lookin' body design, and one part high-end lowish-priced DSLR? The Olympus E-500, of course, which DC Views took a good look at and decided they really ...

Review summary: A worthy successor to last year's E-300, the E-500 Digital SLR from Olympus brings with it a welcome selection of new features,...

Pros: Good quality photos ; excellent user control ; built-in dust remover

Cons: No separate LCD status panel

Verdict: This popular digital SLR gets a long overdue update

Review summary: This popular digital SLR gets a long overdue update